Hazardous chemicals - Operational Process Confirmation

Is there evidence available of pre-purchase HSE assessments being completed on substances deemed as hazardous or dangerous?

Is there a register of all hazardous chemicals/dangerous goods used and/or stored being maintained for the site?

Is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS, may also be known as a MSDS) available for all substances deemed hazardous or dangerous and are they available to all personnel exposed?

Has a risk assessment been completed on all substances that are deemed as hazardous or dangerous?

Has an assessment been made of the storage depots to confirm they have controlled access, adequate ventilation and that incompatible substances are segregated or not stored in the same storage area?

Are all substances on site are labelled (including those in pipelines) and storage areas sign posted/placarded correctly?

Has an assessment been made of heath surveillance needs for prescribed substances and has it been carried out where required?

Does the site Emergency Management Plan identify and provide for the management of any chemical related emergency situations on site i.e. injuries, explosions or spills?

Are personnel who are exposed to or using chemicals provided with appropriate training, including aspects such as PPE required, provision of information and safe storage and handling practices?

Is appropriate personal protective equipment such as gloves, goggles, aprons and respirators issued and available to persons working with hazardous substances in accordance with the SDS/MSDS?

Where required by law, are manifests, licences, emergency plans and any statutory authority notifications maintained for hazardous chemicals/dangerous goods stored/handled in excess of prescribed quantities?

Are there provisions onsite for the containment of spills of chemicals including bunded storage areas to prevent escape and/or spill kits?

Are compatible fire fighting provisions provided near storage and handling areas of substances and are ignition sources assessed and removed from any flammable substances?

Where an emergency eyewash and/or shower have been provided, have they been maintained and tested regularly?

Is there a documented process in place for the disposal of prescribed wastes in accordance with relevant statutory requirements?